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Don't blame the Arizona Supreme Court

Adam's Legal Newsletter • 619 implied HN points • 12 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislature
  1. The Arizona Supreme Court's decision regarding the abortion law was influenced by the explicit instructions from the state legislature.
  2. The blame for the current harsh abortion law in Arizona lies with the politicians who passed legislation in 2022, not the court.
  3. The 2022 legislation intentionally maintained the 1864 abortion law with the knowledge and consent of the lawmakers. Now, the citizens are affected by a law that many oppose.

The Free-Dumb Caucus

Diane Francis • 959 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Legislature Elections Political parties Political strategy
  1. The impeachment of Speaker McCarthy shows deep divisions in the Republican Party, with a small group of far-right members holding a lot of power. This could lead to a frustrating gridlock in the House of Representatives.
  2. The ongoing chaos in Congress might affect important issues like spending and foreign aid. If the disputes continue, it could cause significant problems for the U.S. economy and international relations.
  3. Trump’s influence is still strong, as his supporters refuse to accept majority rule, which could hinder cooperation within the party. The situation might force Republicans to make tough choices about their leadership and direction.

Speaker Mike Johnson is a Product of Unopposed Legislative Seats

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 139 implied HN points • 26 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislature Government Podcast Election
  1. Speaker Mike Johnson won unopposed in the Louisiana Legislature, highlighting a trend of unchallenged red state elections.
  2. The lack of opposition in elections can result in extremists holding significant political power.
  3. Active participation and opposition in elections across every state are crucial to prevent unopposed candidates from gaining influential positions.
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American Politics & Governance Is Actually in Relatively Good Shape

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 207 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Governance Legislature State Politics Political Ideologies
  1. American politics and governance are relatively stable compared to other countries
  2. The approach of legislators should focus on compromise and cooperation to pass effective laws
  3. Political candidates should aim to work with others rather than position themselves as fighting against all opponents

Neo-Majorityism

Demodexio • 132 implied HN points • 21 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Democracy Constitution Judiciary Legislature
  1. Avoid empowering short-term majorities through direct referendums or short terms-in-office for legislators.
  2. Current legal systems can easily disrupt the will of the majority, making governing slow and rigid.
  3. There is a potential for a more direct rule by the majority with less interference from courts, but it should be a majority built over time, not from a single election.

On the meeting places of legislatures

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 19 Sep 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislature Security Democracy Political History
  1. The Texas Capitol is impressive and has a friendly atmosphere, allowing visitors to explore freely. It's filled with Texas symbols and has a rich history shown through its art and architecture.
  2. In contrast, the U.S. Capitol has become highly secure, making it hard for visitors to access and enjoy the space. Once, people could wander freely, but now security measures have changed that.
  3. This shift to more security at the U.S. Capitol feels like a loss of openness. It makes people reflect on how public access to government buildings has changed over the years.